Le Village du Bois
Newly restored 18th Century house - Gîtes
de France - 4 star, 3 épis, with private heated swimming pool
and accommodation for up to 8 people.
Available all year round for holidays, short breaks and long winter lets.
he gite
is in the east of Poitou Charentes (see
regional map) and is an easy drive from the channel ports - Caen is
3½ hours away.
40 minutes from Poitiers and close to the market town of Chauvigny and the picturesque village of Angles sur Anglin (see local map).
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house, which is on three levels, has been sympathetically restored by
local craftsmen and provides more than 115m² of living space.
Garden Level
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fully fitted kitchen/dining room with modern Italian quality units, including
Bosch cooker, microwave and dishwasher. There is also a utility room with
washing machine and tumble drier.
Ground Floor
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sitting room with wood burning stove, DVD/TV and music centre. A small
library of English/French DVD's, games for all ages and books are provided with full information
on the region. On this floor there is also a double bedroom with en-suite
shower room and a separate WC.
Upstairs
econd
bedroom with double bed. Third bedroom with two sets of bunk beds. Family
bathroom with WC.
Garden
he gîte
is set in its own grounds of an acre. At the front there is a large grassed
area suitable for ball games, and parking for 2 or more cars. The rear
garden is lawned with patios and terraces - suitable for eating 'al fresco'
and enjoying the private heated swimming pool.
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Village du Bois is a tiny community of four dwellings: the proprietors
home, the gîte, a small cottage and a farm. It is situated 1½
km from the village of St Pierre de Maillé with its bars, restaurant
and shop.
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and Heather Silcox first visited this area for a holiday in 1996. The following
year they left England and now live permanently in "Le Village du Bois"
with their two younger children, a horse, donkey, lamb, chickens, ducks,
two cats and a dog. Speaking both French and German they are on hand for
advice and to pass on their local knowledge.)
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gite is the ideal base from which to discover the charm and beauty of
this area of unknown France. The World Heritage site of St Savin Abbey,
with its 12th Century frescoes (the oldest in Europe) is just 10 minutes
drive away, as is La Roche Posay - home to famous thermal springs, beauty
treatments, golf, horse racing, casino, cinema, colourful markets, and
charming medieval quarter.
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5 minutes by car will bring you to Angles sur l'Anglin, one of the most
beautiful villages in France; 15 minutes to the west is the medieval market
town of Chauvigny and within 40 minutes is the regional capital and ancient
cathedral city of Poitiers, with its famous Parc de Futuroscope. The Brénne
natural park (the land of a thousand lakes) is on the doorstep.
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wildlife in this tranquil area is abundant and rewards the walker or cyclist
with sightings of red squirrels, hoopoes, buzzards and wild boar.
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a Rochelle
and the coast is easily accessible for a day's outing, or you can experience
the novelty of river and lake bathing nearby where there are beaches,
cafés, fishing and canoeing. Locally there is also:
 Fishing |
Walking |
| Tennis |
Canoeing
on local rivers |
| Horse
riding |
Horse
racing |
| Golf |
Children's
playgrounds |
| Local
markets |
Cinemas |
| Night-clubs |
Thermal-spas |
| River
beach |
Rock
climbing |
| Hunting
birds displays |
Summer
fireworks displays |
| Velo-rail |
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rich diversity of this region offers something to suit all ages.
olf
- the St Cyr
golf club is within easy reach.
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your stay as enjoyable as possible we are pleased to offer the following
free services (there are no hidden extras):
| All
bed linen and towels |
| Large
private heated swimming pool - 12 x 6m x 1.5m deep (fenced) |
| Daily
pool maintenance |
| 6 bicycles (without personal safety equipment) |
| Swings,
sand pit and children's toys |
| Barbecue
and terraces with garden furniture |
| Welcome
pack including wine and local produce |
| Central
heating and wood for stove |
| Maps
and information for local outings |
| Table
tennis |
| Indoor
and outdoor games |
| Equipment
for small children (cot, high chair, stair gates, paddling pool) available |
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number
of additional options are available - prices upon request
| Transport
to/from Poitiers with its fast link to Paris and Eurostar services
and airports |
| Organic
produce |
| Fresh,
free-range eggs and farm milk |
| Baby
sitting |
| Itineraries
from Channel Ports and major European cities |
| Help
with car hire arrangements |
| Cleaning
services |
| Full
or partial catering |
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Summer prices per week
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| June |
€1000
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| July |
€1250
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| August |
€1250
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| September |
€1000
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inclusive prices in pounds sterling and euros are based on a Saturday
to Saturday rental of the gîte. Weekend or midweek breaks available
out of season - contact us for details. Payment can be made by bankers
draft, bank transfer, or by cheque drawn on a UK or French bank.
Nightly rate : €40 per person per night
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Winter prices per week
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| October |
€800
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| Nov/Dec |
€650
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| Xmas/New Yr |
€800
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| Jan-April |
€650
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| May |
€800
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or further
information, availability and bookings then please complete our online
reservations form; alternatively contact us by telephone, post or e-Mail
Reservation Procedure
Upon receipt of your reservation request we will contact you to advise price and availability.
To confirm your reservation we require a downpayment equivalent to 25% of the cost of your stay.
The balance is required 1 month prior to the start of your stay.
A damage deposit cheque is payable upon your arrival.
John and Heather Silcox
Le Village du Bois
86260 St Pierre de Maillé - France
Tel: +33 (0)5 49 84 97 39
Fax: +33 (0)5 49 84 97 50
e-mail: enquiries@levillagedubois.com
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